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2020 Security
Professional of the Year
Award
Note: There must be at least three candidates in order to name an award winner.
NOMINATION GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION
DEADLINE
FOR ENTRY
December 4, 2020
Note: There must be at
least two candidates in
order to name an award
winner.
Note: There must be at
least two candidates in
order to name an award
winner.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Dear Company Official:
Is your company’s Director of Security outstanding? Has he or she consistently and
successfully protected your company’s personnel, facilities, trucks and cargo from harm or theft?
If the answer is an emphatic “YES!”, then I encourage you to consider the following.
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) acknowledges the importance of security
professionals to motor carriers’ successful operations and profitability as well as the industry’s
productivity and the nation’s welfare. Your security professional is not only responsible for
designing, implementing and overseeing your security plans, but is now expected to be an officer
in America’s Trucking Army - keeping your employees, property, trucks, and cargo out of the
hands of terrorists.
In acknowledgment of these professionals’ significant, but often unheralded role, the ATA
Transportation Security Council (TSC) presents its annual Security Professional of the Year
Award. ATA and TSC members are encouraged to submit the name of their exceptional Security
professionals for consideration of this award. From the applications submitted, a winner is
selected from the pool of exceptional candidates and commended at the 2021 Safety, Security &
Human Resources National Conference & Exhibition, in Indianapolis, IN.
This Award is the only nationally recognized award of its kind in the trucking industry. It
provides “bragging” rights to both the winner and employer and is promoted coast-to-coast.
If you would like to have your company’s extraordinary Security professional considered for this
prestigious Award, please have the appropriate individual within your company complete the
attached questionnaire. Once completed, please indicate your endorsement of this individual’s
application by signing where indicated on the last page.
Please don’t hesitate to call me with questions at (703) 838-1703. The deadline for submission is
December 4, 2020
Sincerely,
Jacob Pierce
Executive Director
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Submission Guidelines and Application
The guidelines and application herein have been adopted by the Transportation Security Council
(TSC). All applicants will be evaluated based upon their qualifications, experience, and contribution
to the field of Security. The Committee evaluating the applications will be looking for exemplary
management of successful programs, effective coordination with law enforcement, and a model
security record. It will also take into consideration each individual’s commitment to his/her
profession, continuing education, and extracurricular activities to advance industry security, such as
teaching, advocating, and participating in ATA and TSC activities. All related factors will also be
considered.
For the sake of fairness, the Committee will weigh the size of the fleet, staff and program budget
relative to the professional’s successful management, programs and experience. Whether working
for a small or large company, every security professional who is a member in good standing of either
the American Trucking Associations and/or TSC, is eligible to apply and has a chance at winning.
Applications should be complete and truthful. Before submitting the application, a senior company
official from the Applicant’s company must endorse this application by signing the last page of
this application form where indicated. This tells the Committee that the Company supports and
authenticates the application.
Preparing the Application
1. Complete the Applicant Summary Sheet and Application Form. If more space is required,
add rows/columns/pages as needed. The Applicant’s resume may be submitted in lieu of the
Applicant Summary Sheet and Application Form, adding information on the Sheet and Form
as needed.
2. Please provide a current photo (color) of Applicant, in a high resolution, electronic format if
possible.
3. Prepare a brief statement, summarizing the most significant professional and personal
qualifications and goals of the Applicant.
4. Have a senior company official endorse the Application submission by signing the form
provided on the last page of the Application Form.
5. Arrange and order Applicant’s application materials in a three-ring binder format. If an
Application binder has been submitted previously for the Applicant, you are not required to
retype the previous application; however, the order of the information should remain
consistent with this Application and all new information should be added at the appropriate
section of the Application and location in the binder.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
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The Applicant’s resumé may be submitted in lieu of the following requested
information, adding any information not covered in the resumé on this
Sheet.
Applicant Name:
Title/Position:
Company:
Company
Address:
Home
Address:
Previous
Employment: (in reverse chrono-
logical order)
Company City, State Dates of Employ
1.
2.
3.
Military Record: Branch of
Service:
Dates:
Campaigns:
Citations:
Membership(s)
& Offices Held:
APPLICANT SUMMARY SHEET
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SECTION I: QUALIFICATIONS
The Applicant’s resumé may be submitted in lieu of the following requested
information in A-F, adding any information not covered in the resumé on this
Form.
A. Professional Experience: Provide the following information for each employer for
which the Applicant performed security related work. Employment should be listed in
reverse chronological order (current employee first). For Job Description include
title/position held, requirements, duties and length of position.
Employer Name/Address Type of Business Dates of Employ
1.
Job Description:
2.
Job Description:
3.
Job Description:
4.
Job Description:
Appendix A: Past Employment Verification -Attach statements from past employers
verifying Applicant’s employment record as listed above.
APPLICATION FORM
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
B. Formal Education/Curriculum: Provide the following information on Applicant’s
education including courses and subjects within the course that contributed to Applicant’s
knowledge of the security field.
High School(s) /
Location(s)
Dates of
Attendance
Date of
Graduation
Honors?
College(s) or Technical Institute(s)
or Academies/Location(s)
Dates of
Attendance
Date of
Graduation
Degree/
Honors
1.
Courses Taken/Subjects (Dates Taken/Subject Hours):
2.
Courses Taken/Subjects (Dates Taken/Subject Hours):
3.
Courses Taken/Subjects (Dates Taken/Subject Hours):
Appendix: Transcript – Attach all pertinent undergraduate, graduate and technical transcripts
or certificates of completion.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
C. Informal or In-service Training: Provide the following information for all
security training courses successfully completed, including apprenticeships, in-house
training, and association educational sessions security topics. Indicate if a certificate of
completion was offered and obtained.
Company/Institution/
Sponsoring Organization
Dates of
Training
Classroom
Study Hours
On-the-Job
Training Hours
1.
Courses Taken/Subjects:
2.
Courses Taken/Subjects:
3.
Courses Taken/Subjects:
Appendix: Evidence of Training – Attach copies of certificates, letter from course instructors,
or other evidence verifying Applicant’s successful completion of the information or in-service
training.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
D. Security Writing: List all pertinent articles that Applicant authored on the subject of
security and security-related issues. Indicate the titles of all papers written by Applicant
that were required for completion of formal education and training, and all security
articles written by Applicant for trade, industry or other publication, including ATA,
TSC, and/or SMC publications.
To Whom Paper / Article
Was Submitted
Title of Paper
or Article
Date
Submitted
Date
Published
1.
Why Written/Audience:
2.
Why Written/Audience:
3.
Why Written/Audience:
Appendix: Articles and Comments – Attach copies of the papers and articles written by
Applicant. Please include, if available, any comments made on the articles by other security
professionals or security organizations.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
E. Teaching: List all security-related teaching/instruction experiences of Applicant.
Include courses/training classes taught by Applicant which were a part of employer,
industry and/or adult education programs.
Company/Organization for
Which Course Was Taught
Name of Course/
Subject Taught
Teaching
Dates
Hours
Taught
1.
Brief Summary/Outline of Course Taught:
2.
Brief Summary/Outline of Course Taught:
3.
Brief Summary/Outline of Course Taught:
Appendix: Evidence of Teaching – Attach any documentary evidence of teaching experience
such as copies of letters of appreciation, course promotion, course catalogue, etc.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
F. Personal Recognition: List all special recognitions/awards the Applicant has
received for his/her involvement in security activities including those received from the
industry, state association(s), trade or business organizations, community groups, etc.
Company/Organization/Group
Giving the Recognition/Award
Name/Type of
Recognition/Award
Date
Recognized
1.
Reason for Recognition/Purpose of Award:
2.
Reason for Recognition/Purpose of Award:
3.
Reason for Recognition/Purpose of Award:
Appendix: Evidence of Recognition – Attach any documents as proof of recognition of
award/recognition.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
SECTION II: SECURITY RECORD AND PROGRAM
Please feel free to submit existing documents which answer the following questions, rather than
retyping.
A. Description of Operation / Truck Fleet: Provide information on the current
size and type of operation/truck fleet (leased and owned) for which the Applicant is
responsible.
1. Operation:
Name of Operation Type of Operation Extent of Operation
2. Components:
# of
Terminals
# of Vehicles
in Fleet
# of Co.
Employees
# of
Drivers
# of Dock
Workers
# of Shop
Workers
3. Mileage:
Total Mileage of
All Power Units in Fleet
Breakdown by
City Mileage
Breakdown by
Road Mileage
4. Factors: List the factors that affect/have affected Applicant’s responsibilities, such as
growth and expansion of operation during the time of employment.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
B. Job Analysis: Describe Applicant’s position in the organizational structure of the fleet
and other information requested below. In addition, indicate any security problems
resulting from the geographical areas in which the fleet operates and what Applicant does
to resolve/manage/minimize such problems.
1. Position/Reports to:
2. Size of Security Department:
3. # of Employees Supervised
by Applicant:
4. Organization of Security Dept.:
5. Applicant’s Duties/
Responsibilities/Authority:
6. Problems in geographic areas
& how handled by Applicant:
C. Security Program: List and describe the following in detail:
1. Overview: Describe company’s security:
(a) Personnel selection process:
(b) Training program(s) in place:
(c) Supervision program and
how it is accomplished:
(d) Retraining program and
how it is accomplished:
(e) Incentive program(s) in use
and how they are set-up:
(f) Technique used to measure
effectiveness of Program(s)
to achieve results:
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
(g) Evaluation/Amendment
process; i.e., state how often
the security program(s)are
monitored and how
changes are recommended to
top management:
2. Security Program Innovations: List and describe specific innovations in the security
program made by Applicant.
3. Security Service: List and briefly describe security methods used in the Program(s).
4. Work with other Departments:
(a) Operations: Describe coordination of activities with Operations.
(b) Sales: Describe programs by which sales staff is informed of the relationship
between security and good service. Describe use of company’s security record/
awards in sales promotion and public relations.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
(c) Purchasing: Describe process for providing input on the purchase of equipment
from the standpoint of security.
(d) Outside Agencies: Describe work with federal, state and local law enforcement
and other outside agencies that contribute to company/fleet/cargo security.
D. Security Improvement Record
Cargo Theft Ratio
(prior to employment)
Yr.
Ratio
Cargo Theft Ratio
(after employment)
Yr.
Ratio
E. Experience
How good a security program is often measured by how successful it is as managing
security issues. Please report the following for 2019:
# of Cargo Theft Incidents
# of Cargo Theft Full Loads Recovered
# of Cargo Theft Partial Loads Recovered
$ Value of Cargo Stolen
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
$ Value of Stolen Cargo Recovered
# of Tractors Stolen
# of Stolen Tractors Recovered
# of Trailers Stolen
# of Stolen Trailers Recovered
# of Workplace Violence Incidences
# of Emergencies Handled by Security Dept.
# of Suspicious Activities Reported and
Responded to by Security Department
# of Security Audits Passed
2. Awards: List all security awards received by the Applicant’s employer for improved
security while Applicant worked in his/her present security position.
F. Security Work
1. Work: Outline the security work performed in shops and terminals. Specifically, provide
detailed information concerning:
(a) Supervisory controls for
operation security
(b) Security training programs
for supervisors and
employees - what they
consist of/how they are
carried out:
(c) Security meetings,
promotional materials,
campaigns and incentives –
who’s involved, who
frequent, what’s addressed:
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
(d) Inspection procedures
conducted by the
Security Department:
2. Records: Describe records kept on file regarding security activities.
3. Awards: List all security awards received by the Applicant’s employer for security
achievement at shop/terminal/operational level while Applicant worked in his/her
present security position.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
SECTION III: ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE THE COMPANY
A. Membership & Activity in Professional Security Groups: Provide the
following information for each security group with which the Applicant is affiliated.
Name of
Organization Description of Organization’s
Purpose/Objectives Dates of
Membership
1.
Office(s) held:
Committees on which served and position on Committees:
Work accomplished as officer, committee member, or committee chairman. Specify
projects inaugurated and accomplished during term in office and committee
assignments on which Applicant worked:
2.
Office(s) held:
Committees on which served and position on Committees:
Work accomplished as officer, committee member, or committee chairman. Specify
projects inaugurated and accomplished during term in office and committee
assignments on which Applicant worked:
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
3.
Office(s) held:
Committees on which served and position on Committees:
Work accomplished as officer, committee member, or committee chairman. Specify
projects inaugurated and accomplished during term in office and committee
assignments on which Applicant worked:
B. Trucking Industry Involvement: List and describe Applicant’s participation in
trucking industry security programs and/or other industry activities related to security,
such as public awareness or support programs.
1. Teaching: Work done to promote or educate others on security issues.
Provide dates, type of activity, name of event/course/speech, objectives of
promotion/education, and sponsors of such activity.
2. Projects: Activity in other official industry security projects, such as government or
political campaigns related to USA Patriot Act and other anti-terrorism regulation, cargo
theft legislation.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
3. Law Enforcement: Work with local, state and area law enforcement (e.g., FBI, Cargo
Theft Task Forces, local police).
4. Public Support: Work with public support programs including state and local security
programs. Provide name and organizations, type of activity, dates and description of
Applicant’s accomplishments.
5. Non-Trucking: Work with non-trucking industry related organizations, such as schools,
churches, service clubs, and parent/teacher associations. Provide name of organization,
type of project, dates and activities of Applicant.
2020 SECURITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
VERIFICATION FORM
This Application
is submitted on
behalf of: Name of Applicant
This Application
is submitted by:
Signature
Name/Title:
Company/City, State:
Telephone/Fax/E-mail:
This Application
is endorsed by:
Signature
Name of Senior Company Official/Title:
Company/City, State: Telephone/Fax/E-mail:
The above named individuals attest that the Applicant is a full-time employee of the Company indicated, is responsible for
promulgation, implementation and administration of Company’s Security programs, is a person of high moral character, and
devoted to his/her career and field of Security. They further affirm that all information contained in this application is true and accurate.
By signing above, the above-named individuals grant complete and full authority to the Transportation Security Council of
American Trucking Associations to investigate the records of the Applicant and of the operation for which the Applicant is
responsible for the sole purpose of validating the qualifications, progress and success of Applicant’s work. The results of such
investigation shall be held in confidence.
It is further agreed that the Individual, if selected for the Award, will be present at the 2021 Safety, Security & Human Resources
National Conference & Exhibition to receive his/her recognition during the awards reception and banquet.
2021 Safety, Security & Human Resources
National Conference & Exhibition
Indianapolis, IN
For more information, call (703) 838-1919.
2020
SECURITY PROFESSIONAL
OF THE YEAR
This prestigious award recognizes each year the most
outstanding security professional in the trucking industry.
Competition is open to all members of ATA and/or the
Transportation Security Council of American Trucking
Associations who are in good standing of either
or both.
Entry deadline is December 4, 2020.
Complete instructions are included in this brochure. Be sure to
keep a copy of the completed Application and supporting
documentation before sending.
Return completed Application Binder (marked “Confidential”)
to:
Jacob Pierce, Executive Director
ATA Transportation Security Council
950 N. Glebe Road, Suite 210
Arlington, VA 22203
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